Latest Workspace News
Workspaces at The Old Bank, Enderby
The Old Bank is at 2 Cross Street Enderby, close to Junction 21 and Fosse Park. There are two spaces available to let from April 2010: Ground floor 45m2single room. First Floor69m2 two connected rooms with separate meeting room. All Kitchen facilities and WCs are in additional areas. Both floors are fully networked and finished to a very high specification. More details are available from Andrew French at Creed Design Associates Ltd, 0116 275 2592.
Barn Conversion office share
Nice office space (barn conversion in the countryside) just 5 miles from Leicester town centre with 6 parking spaces, kitchen, 2 loos, meeting area etc available to share with another designer or maybe 2! Contact mark@segasbystudios.com for more info.
Cotesbach Estate, Studio/Office Space to Let
Converted stable building in historic surroundings, ideal for artist, potter or other craftsperson, with light and airy workspace on upper floor and potential exhibition space below (both 18 sqm). Close to M1 J20 and M6 J1. The studio is only steps away from Cotesbach Stable Yard which is gradually becoming a hive of rural domestic, business and community activities, eg. home of
www.naturallygoodfood.co.uk shop & neighbour of new project Cotesbach Educational Trust
www.cotesbachschoolhouse.org.uk together providing lots of potential for marketing and education. For further details, contact Sophy Newton on 01455552697 or mobile 07720761285, email
sophynewton@talktalk.net
Belgrave Hall Craft & Creative Units
6 new craft and creative units have been created from former outbuildings around a courtyard at Belgrave Hall – the 18
th century Hall which is a Museum & gardens run by Leicester City Council. The 3 craft units have their ‘own front door’ and sink and 3 are set up as a shared space more suitable for desk-based creatives. There is also a 250 litre kiln plus communal tea/washroom and toilet block for use by occupants. The units range from 7.8 to 10 sqm and cost from £1,025 pa to £1,375 pa. plus service charge and business rates. For full info contact
andrew.neilsen@leicester.gov.uk tel: 0116 252 8095.
66a Humberstone Gate
Units of between 1300sqft – 1900sqft, or 3800sqft for a whole floor are being prepared at this building in Leicester in a former show factory on Humberstone close to Curve, LCB Depot and Phoenix Square. The space will be provided on 4 floors and benefits from abundant natural daylight and rectangular layouts. Terms t.b.c. but affordable and flexible (EZ in and out). Exterior works have been completed; interior works planned for later 2009 ready for availability in early 2010. More info and pics at
www.sixtysixa.com
Burnmoor Arts workshops
Artists studios now available.24hr access, very good rental rates. Also rehearsal space: large rehearsal room with dance floor available for one-off, short and long term hire; competitively priced. Come and join this growing arts community close to the Walkers Stadium in Leicester. For more information, or to make an appointment to look round call Sam Ireson on 0116 2552065 or e-mail:
sam@bamboozletheatre.co.uk.
Creative office space in Leicester city
High quality office space now available at Likeminded Towers in Leicester City Centre at No.1 Wellington Street. Flexible space; up to 1,400 sq ft. On-site parking, kitchen facilities, furnished, reception options. More information at
www.likeminded.co.uk/25.php Contact: Ros@likeminded.co.uk
Atkins Building, Hinckley
This former hosiery factory in Hinckley is being renovated into workspace for creative businesses including offices, music studio and workshops plus a cafe, gallery and meeting space. Creative Hinckley is a new organisation made up of local creative freelancers to manage part of the space and ensure access to the creative studios. The building plans to open in summer 2010, to find out more about the project and becoming a member see
www.creativehinckley.co.uk
Offices to rent - Huncote, LE9 3AU
hub design have a suite of offices in their building for rent. The space of the self contained rooms/studio is 350sqft ideal for 2-4 persons with shared bathroom/kitchen £550 PCM incl. bills (not phone) We are product/fashion/illustrator/designers and ideally would like other creative company which could be graphics, 3D, Interiors, Architects, Marketing, PR, web programmers, Illustrators etc (other business outside the creative sector welcome) Huncote is a village 6 miles SW of Leicester city centre but close to Jct.21/Fosse Pk. with PO, Pub and shops If anyone is interested please call Colin or Fiona on 0116 2750203.E:mail fiona@hayesandchorley.co.uk The Old Baptist Chapel, 11 Main Street, Huncote, Leicester LE9 3AU
Leicester's Cultural Quarter
Prospect Leicestershire can help if you are looking for workspace in the Cultural Quarter or St George's area of Leicester. Contact Hiren Vaitha - Development Manager on 0116 2488121 or Email:
hirenvaitha@prospectleicestershire.co.uk
Measham Station - initial rent-free period
Leicestershire County Council are looking for tenant/s for the new open plan space created at Measham Station, Mannings Terrace, North West Leicestershire DE12 7HU. Part of project to extend the Ashby Canal, the building is close to Measham High St, just off the A42. Opportunities exist for use as office, retail or craft/creative workspace particularly for businesses with tourism potential. Building will be shared with Measham Museum (which has its own entrance). Approx 1600 sq ft in total. Parking and CCTV. The Council are offering an initial rent-free period for the right tenant. Some cleaning of shared areas required. For full details contact Ian Howden on
ihowden@leics.gov.uk 0116 305 6987
Studio at Burrough Court
Artist workspace available at Burrough Court, nr Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. Set in a stunning location in the Leicestershire countryside provides a inspiring space for artists. Facilities available include water & electricity, car parking, meeting rooms and exhibition space within the business venue. For further information visit
www.burroughcourt.com or contact Nicky on 01664 45 4690 or
nicky@burroughcourt.com.
Space available at Knighton Lane Studios
Artist-run co-op based in a Victorian school in Aylestone, Leicester. £60 per month. Shared space an option. Contact
Elaine Miller for more info.
